Guide to safe and healthy streets

Guides to safe and healthy streets explain how to integrate street design with nearby land uses to minimize congestion, encourage walking, biking and transit, and ensure the well-being of wildlife.

The four guides cover every aspect of urban street design, from pavement to tree top:

benches

bikeways

bus shelters

crosswalks

curb extensions

landscaping

lighting

parking

paving materials

sidewalks

street trees

swales

wildlife crossings

Order the guides

One copy of each 8.5x11-inch spiral-bound guide is free (including shipping) to residents of the Portland metropolitan area. Prices for additional copies or for orders outside the region are as shown below. To place your order by phone or email call 503-797-1500 or send email to [email protected].

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